Below are summaries of Bills Introduced, Committee Reports, Chamber Actions, and Public Laws reported in the most recent issue of ELR's Weekly Update.
would prohibit the export from the United States of certain electronic waste.
would amend the Natural Gas Act with respect to the exportation of natural gas.
would address current emergency shortages of propane and other home heating fuels and would provide greater flexibility and information for governors to address such emergencies in the future.
would authorize natural gas exports to certain foreign countries.
would phase out cosmetic animal testing and the sale of cosmetics tested on animals.
would address shortages and interruptions in the availability of propane and other home heating fuels in the United States.
would amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to require the Secretary of the Interior to publish and make available for public comment a draft economic analysis at the time a proposed rule to designate critical habitat is published.
would amend the Natural Gas Act to promote economic growth and job creation in the United States and to strengthen strategic partnerships with allies of the United States.
would conserve fish and aquatic communities in the United States through partnerships that foster fish habitat conservation, improve the quality of life for the people of the United States, and enhance fish and wildlife-dependent recreation.
which would facilitate better alignment, cooperation, and best practices between commercial real estate landlords and tenants regarding energy efficiency in buildings, was passed by the House.